Olenick, Robert J.

Robert J. Olenick, 89, of Middletown, formerly of Durham, died Saturday March 12, 2022 at Wadsworth Glen Health Care. He was born in

Brooklyn, NY, son of the late, Emanuel and Dora (Onyshikowitz) Olenick. Prior to his retirement, Bob was employed as a food inspector with the USDA. He served in the U.S. Army from 1954 to 1956. Bob was an Eagle Scout from Brooklyn, NY in the late 40's. He served as Scoutmaster of Troop 16 of Third Congregational Church in the early 80's and the Troop Committee Chairman for decades. He had served at the Troop, District, Council and National level. Robert was also a Vigil member of the Order of Arrow as well as a recipient of the Silver Beaver Award, the highest recognition in Scouting in council. He will be missed by

many in his Scouting Family that he was active in for 70 years. He is survived by daughters Ann Marie of Portland, Kathryn of Middletown, Patricia of Middletown, Carole Burr of New Haven and son Alan of West Haven, 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren, and his niece and nephew. He was predeceased by his wife Yvonne, daughter Elizabeth and his brother Elmer and his wife Rhoda. On April 16, 2022 at 10:00 am a graveside service will be held at Durham Cemetery, 30 Town House Rd. Durham, Ct. followed by a Memorial Service at 11:00 am Third Congregational Church, 94 Miner St. Middletown, CT. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may send memorial contributions to: BSA Troop 16 c/o William Shea, Scoutmaster, 50 Goodman Dr. Middletown, CT 06457. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com

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